Apple iPhone 15 vs HONOR X 5c Plus
Our verdict: Contract-wise, the HONOR X 5c Plus undercuts the Apple iPhone 15 by £290.00 over the full term. That said, neither phone sweeps the display: the HONOR X 5c Plus is bigger at 6.7" while the Apple iPhone 15 is sharper at 461 PPI. For photography, the HONOR X 5c Plus leads with a 50MP main camera. If selfies matter, the Apple iPhone 15 leads with a 12MP front-facing lens.
Apple iPhone 15
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HONOR X 5c Plus
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| Screen | 6.1" | 6.74" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | TFT LCD |
| Resolution | 1179 x 2556 | 720 x 1600 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 461 | 260 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 5 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) | Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm) |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 64GB, 128GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android 15 |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | Nano SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 4G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 with A2DP, LE | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm | 167 x 77 x 7.9 mm |
| Weight | 171 grams | 186 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) |
| Contracts |
£20.99/mo
£9.00 upfront |
£8.99/mo
£9.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £329.00 | £67.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 15 or HONOR X 5c Plus cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR X 5c Plus is cheaper on contract at £245.87 over the life of the deal from £8.99 per month with £9.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 15 or HONOR X 5c Plus?
The HONOR X 5c Plus has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 15's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 15 has the sharper display at 461 pixels per inch versus 260, and the Apple iPhone 15 uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the HONOR X 5c Plus has a TFT LCD.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 15 or HONOR X 5c Plus?
The Apple iPhone 15 features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the HONOR X 5c Plus has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 15 or HONOR X 5c Plus?
The HONOR X 5c Plus is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £67.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 15 and HONOR X 5c Plus?
The Apple iPhone 15 is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the HONOR X 5c Plus comes in 64GB, 128GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 15 and HONOR X 5c Plus use?
The Apple iPhone 15 is powered by the Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm), while the HONOR X 5c Plus uses the Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 15 or HONOR X 5c Plus?
The Apple iPhone 15 is the more portable of the two — it's 15g lighter at 171 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 15 or HONOR X 5c Plus?
The Apple iPhone 15 is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the HONOR X 5c Plus is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 15 and HONOR X 5c Plus run?
The Apple iPhone 15 runs Apple iOS and the HONOR X 5c Plus runs Android 15. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.